Men Against Domestic Violence
The National Council of Presbyterian Men will present a nation-wide tele-conference during Violence Awareness Month on
October 3, 1999 at 5:00 p.m. EDT.
Featured on the telecast will be a panel of four experts. An 800 telephone number will be provided for the public’s comments and questions.
Statistics to consider about domestic violence:
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The number one health risk to women in the U.S. is attacks by men.
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The majority of ministers are not trained to recognize signs of continuing domestic abuse within their congregations.
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30-35 percent of women visiting emergency rooms are seeking treatment for injuries related to domestic violence.